Cuthbertson Middle School

1520 Cuthbertson Rd
Waxhaw, NC 28173
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 1,347 students in grades 6-8, Cuthbertson Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,347 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Top 10% in NC
  • : 82% (Top 10%)
  • : 79% (Top 10%)
  • : 92% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Cuthbertson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

School Overview

Cuthbertson Middle School's student population of 1,347 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,347 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
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School Rankings

Cuthbertson Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cuthbertson Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NC)
#133 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Cuthbertson Middle School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
82%
51%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Cuthbertson Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
79%
50%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Cuthbertson Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
92%
63%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Cuthbertson Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
4%
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Hispanic
10%
21%
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Black
6%
25%
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White
67%
43%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.53
This chart displays the diversity score of Cuthbertson Middle School and the public school average diversity score of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
68%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Cuthbertson Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cuthbertson Middle School's ranking?
Cuthbertson Middle School is ranked #133 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Cuthbertson Middle School often compared to?
Cuthbertson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marvin Ridge Middle School, Weddington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Cuthbertson Middle School?
1,347 students attend Cuthbertson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Cuthbertson Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cuthbertson Middle School?
Cuthbertson Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cuthbertson Middle School offer ?
Cuthbertson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Cuthbertson Middle School part of?
Cuthbertson Middle School is part of Union County School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,347 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 82% (Top 10%)
  • : 79% (Top 10%)
  • : 92% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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